About this role
What You’ll Do as Senior Ethical Trade Executive Primark Cotton Project (Programme Manager)
In your role, you’ll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here’s a flavour of your day-to-day:
Programme delivery & governance
Lead programme planning, ensuring effective processes, workplans and key performance indicators are in place, covering internal work and that of our delivery partners.Own delivery tracking against agreed plans and milestones, identifying and addressing risks and issues proactively.Help shape and maintain effective programme governance, working with colleagues across functions to ensure clarity, accountability and strong decision‑making.Prepare and present high‑quality programme updates and papers for internal forums, steering groups and senior stakeholders.Partner management
Lead improvement of the processes required to effectively contract external partnersProvide expert advice and support to colleagues on contracting effectivelySupport management of relationships with key implementing partners, monitor performance against contractual commitments and support continuous improvement.Financial & resource management
Lead programme‑level budgeting, forecasting, financial tracking, and payments, driving strong value‑for‑money outcomes.Lead financial review of main partner budget proposals and planned expenditure.Communications & continuous improvement
Develop and deliver a clear approach to communicating programme impact and learning internally and externally, including reports, presentations and case studies.Coordinate input into corporate reporting such as under the UK Modern Slavery ActLead development of briefing for senior staff to communicate the programme’s impact effectivelyManage investigations into grievance cases concerning the programme’s operationsSupporting cross-business coordinationData, reporting & impact
Oversee collection, management and quality assurance of programme data and learning.Analyse and interpret data to inform planning, decision‑making and programme evolution.Contribute to impact measurement and continuous improvement of programme monitoring approaches. What You’ll Get
The work you do shapes the impact we have. We’re focused on providing you with the culture to reach your potential. Your wellbeing is our top priority.:
Let’s talk lifestyle: Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus. 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more.
What You’ll Bring
Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued – so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular:
We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement listed. If your experience aligns with most of the role and you are motivated by the purpose and ambition of the Primark Cotton Project, we encourage you to apply.
Essential
Significant experience manging large, complex programmesStrong project management capability, including partner and contract management, planning and governanceEffective stakeholder management with the ability to work effectively with and influence a range of different stakeholders, from different backgrounds and of differing seniorityFinance – experience of managing and scrutinising budgets effectivelyData management – ability to manipulate, assess and present data effectivelyCommunications – ability to communicate complex issues clearly and effectivelyStrong working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with confidence producing data‑led presentations and reports.Calm, resilient and proactive - able to navigate ambiguity, shifting priorities and sensitive issues with professionalism.Decision making – ability to make effective decisions based on a balanced appraisal of options and evidenceDesirable
Sustainability – knowledge of and experience working on projects tackling environmental and social sustainability issuesSupply chain – knowledge and experience of how global supply chains work, including their challengesCotton – knowledge and experience of the cotton to clothing supply chain and/or other agricultural supply chains.South Asia – knowledge and experience of South Asian and / or other developing country business environments and operating practicesSocial Enterprise / Non-Governmental Organisations – knowledge and experience of how these organisations work and of working with themStandards – knowledge and experience of sustainability standardsSustainability reporting – knowledge and experience of assurance processes and ESG reporting expectations.Excited? Good. Because it’s energising to put your skills to work, in a growing global business committed to encouraging people to express themselves – and feel a sense of belonging. Apply to be part of Primark’s future, today… and enjoy career growth, our way.
About Primark
At Primark, people matter. They’re the beating heart of our business and the reason we’ve grown from our first store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business a over 80,000 colleagues and over 440 stores in 17 countries today. Our values run through everything we do. In essence, we're Caring and always strive to put people first. We're also Dynamic, bravely pushing the boundaries to stay ahead. And finally, we succeed Together.
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